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FinTech Knowledge Management Lawyer

City of London Permanent £180,000 - £230,000 per year View Job Description
An international law firm is seeking an experienced FinTech lawyer to join its Knowledge Management function in a highly strategic, client-facing position. The role combines legal expertise, regulatory horizon scanning, thought leadership, policy engagement, and AI-driven innovation, helping shape both the practice's market position and future operating model.
  • Influence the future of FinTech regulation and market insight.
  • Lead AI adoption within a top-tier legal practice.

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognised law firm with a market-leading presence across major international financial centres. Renowned for advising innovative businesses, financial institutions, and emerging technology companies, the firm combines deep sector expertise with a strong commitment to legal innovation, knowledge management, and the adoption of cutting-edge technology.

Job Description

A leading international law firm is looking to appoint a Knowledge Management Lawyer to support its FinTech practice. This role sits at the intersection of legal knowledge, regulatory developments, client engagement, and innovation, with a particular focus on delivering market insight and helping embed AI tools and technology across the practice.Key ResponsibilitiesKnowledge & Thought Leadership

  • Work directly with lawyers and clients to identify knowledge needs and deliver tailored insights.
  • Produce client alerts, legal updates, briefings, and thought leadership materials.
  • Develop and maintain high-quality knowledge resources for the practice.



Regulatory & Market Intelligence

  • Monitor legal, regulatory, and market developments affecting the FinTech sector.
  • Translate complex developments into commercially relevant and actionable guidance.
  • Participate in external industry forums and maintain awareness of emerging trends.



Policy & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Engage with industry associations, regulators, and policy bodies.
  • Review and draft responses to consultations and policy initiatives.
  • Help shape the firm's engagement strategy on key regulatory issues.



Innovation & AI Strategy

  • Drive the adoption of AI and legal technology tools within the FinTech practice.
  • Collaborate with innovation, knowledge, and technology teams to enhance legal workflows.
  • Support the transformation of the practice into an AI-enabled, future-focused team.

The Successful Applicant

  • England & Wales qualified solicitor.
  • Ideally 5+ years' PQE gained within a leading FinTech practice.
  • Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to explain complex legal and regulatory concepts in clear, accessible language.
  • Demonstrable interest in innovation, legal technology, and AI.
  • Excellent communication, project management, and organisational skills.
  • Self-motivated and capable of managing complex initiatives independently.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to work at the forefront of the rapidly evolving FinTech sector.
  • A highly visible, client-facing role influencing market-leading thought leadership.
  • Significant involvement in regulatory and policy developments affecting the industry.
  • The chance to drive AI adoption and innovation within a leading legal practice.
  • Collaborative working with lawyers, innovation specialists, technology teams, and external stakeholders.
  • Clear career progression within an established knowledge management function.
  • Competitive salary and bonus package.
  • Comprehensive benefits including healthcare, pension, wellness initiatives, and additional employee perks.
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
Contact
Tom Mastin-Lee
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7079877
Phone number
+442072692143

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Banking & Finance - Private Practice
Sector
Business Services
Where
City of London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Tom Mastin-Lee
Consultant phone
+442072692143
Job reference
JN-082026-7079877